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Dockside 1953 - Dockside 1953, San Diego, CA

Dockside 1953

4.5
4.5
615 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
With its spectacular waterfront setting on Mission Bay, nautical-inspired design, and a menu of mouthwatering dishes, Dockside 1953 is a favorite restaurant for hotel guests and locals alike. Aptly named for its marina-facing locale at the Bahia Resort Hotel and the year the resort opened, Dockside 1953 is a stunning standout in San Diego’s dining scene. Fresh, coastal-inspired, and locally sourced — the eclectic menu of California fare features dishes to satisfy all palates. With a dedication to high-quality ingredients, menu highlights include classic sweet and savory options for breakfast; salads, bowls, and flatbreads for lunch; sharable starters and fresh seafood entrées for dinner; and a thoughtful wine and cocktail menu. The extensive outdoor patio features cozy fire pits, gorgeous Mission Bay views, and a covered trellis to shade guests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 539-7634
  • Website
    https://www.bahiahotel.com/landing/waterfront-dining-mission-bay
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Alejandro Sicairos
  • Private party facilities
    For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.
  • Location
    998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803
  • Area
    Mission Beach
  • Cross Street
    W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
  • Parking details
    We offer free self parking for our guests.
  • Public transit
    MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

Starters

  • Steel Cut OatsUS$16.00

    Seasonal Berries & Caramelized Banana

    • Smoked Salmon & BagelUS$23.00

      Everything Bagel, Santa Barbara Smokehouse Salmon, Cream Cheese, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Capers

      • Avocado ToastUS$19.00

        Pickled Red Onion, Heirloom Tomato, Queso Fresco

        • RegularUS$19.00
        • Add ShrimpUS$25.00
        • Add Smoked SalmonUS$31.00

      • Acai BowlUS$18.00

        Blueberries, Banana, Toasted Coconut, Macadamia Nuts, Chia Seeds

        • Shrimp CocktailUS$22.00

          Poached Jumbo Shrimp, Chipotle Cocktail Sauce

          Entrees

          • American BreakfastUS$23.00

            Two Cage-Free Eggs Your Way, Smoked Bacon or Sausage, Rosemary Fingerling Potatoes, and Toast

            • Carne Asada ChilaquilesUS$26.00

              Fried Tortillas, Refried Beans, Cilantro-Chile Salsa, Pickled Onions, Avocado, Queso Fresco, Over Easy Eggs

              • Breakfast Waffle SandwichUS$23.00

                Fried Egg, Shaved Ham, American Cheese, Maple Syrup, Arugula Salad

                • Jumbo Lump Crab BenedictUS$28.00

                  Poached Eggs, Tomato, Avocado, Old Bay Hollandaise, English Muffin, Arugula Salad

                  • Rosemary Ham BenedictUS$24.00

                    Poached Eggs, Tomato, Wild Rocket, Citrus Hollandaise, English Muffin, Arugula Salad

                    • Veggie OmeletUS$20.00

                      Mushrooms, Asparagus, Tomato, Spinach, Cheddar & Mozzarella, Arugula Salad

                      • RegularUS$20.00
                      • Add BaconUS$23.00
                      • Add HamUS$23.00

                    • Roasted Sausage OmeletUS$22.00

                      Pork Sausage, Wild Rocket, Pepper Jack Cheese, Avocado, Cilantro-Chile Salsa, Arugula Salad

                      • Strawberry & Cream French ToastUS$18.00

                        Strawberry-Stuffed Brioche, Cream Cheese, Vanilla, Berry Coulis, Powdered Sugar

                        • Belgian Sugar WafflesUS$19.00

                          Chantilly Cream, Seasonal Berries, Berry Coulis Maple Syrup & Powdered Sugar

                          • Buttermilk PancakesUS$18.00

                            Whipped Butter, Maple Syrup, Powdered Sugar

                            • RegularUS$18.00
                            • Add StrawberriesUS$21.00
                            • Add BlueberriesUS$21.00
                            • Add Chocolate ChipsUS$21.00

                          Sides

                          • Arugula SaladUS$9.00

                            Radish, Carrot, Mustard Vinaigrette

                            • Applewood Smoked BaconUS$7.00

                              • Grilled Rosemary HamUS$7.00

                                • One Egg- Your WayUS$6.00

                                  • Country Fried PotatoesUS$10.00

                                    • Side AvocadoUS$4.00

                                      • Butter CroissantUS$5.00

                                        • ToastUS$5.00

                                          Sourdough, Wheat or English Muffin

                                          Beverage

                                          • Fresh Brewed Coffee & TeaUS$6.00

                                            • MimosaUS$15.00

                                              • Baileys & CoffeeUS$16.00

                                                • Irish CoffeeUS$16.00

                                                  • Titos Bloody MaryUS$17.00

                                                    • JuicesUS$7.00

                                                      Orange, Grapefruit, Pineapple, or Cranberry

                                                      Last updated: 3 January 2025

                                                      What 615 people are saying

                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                      4.5
                                                      4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                      • 4.4Food
                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                      • 4.1Value

                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                      Diners' Choice Awards

                                                      • San Diego

                                                        Great for outdoor dining

                                                      Review summary

                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                      Dockside 1953 offers a charming waterfront dining experience with "amazing food," "superb views," and "exceptional service." Guests appreciate the cozy ambiance, attentive staff, and delightful menu options, particularly the seafood. While some find it pricey, many recommend it for special occasions, highlighting the restaurant as a "hidden gem" in Mission Bay.

                                                      615 Reviews

                                                      1. Shane

                                                        VIP

                                                        Denver

                                                        8 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        8 reviews

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Great lunch. Enjoyed it all.
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded 1 day ago
                                                        Dear Shane, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed your lunch and had a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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                                                      2. Kevin

                                                        VIP

                                                        San Diego

                                                        39 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        39 reviews

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Great NYE experience, food was great, our server Victor was fabulous!!
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded 1 day ago
                                                        Dear Kevin, Thank you for spending New Year's Eve with us! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and that Victor provided exceptional service. We look forward to celebrating more special moments with you in the future!

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                                                      3. patrick

                                                        Chicago

                                                        7 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        7 reviews

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        A touch expensive for what you received on the pre-fix menu.
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded 1 day ago
                                                        Dear Patrick, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your thoughts and will take them into consideration as we continue to enhance our offerings. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for an improved visit.

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                                                      4. Gilda

                                                        San Diego

                                                        1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        The experience was amazing, the food was delicious and how beautiful it was presented. The service was amazing. They even provided food service to our pups. The outdoor seating was so comfy especially with the heaters. The mai tai was soo good! Can’t wait to go again.
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded 1 day ago
                                                        Dear Gilda, Thank you for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the delicious food, beautiful presentation, and exceptional service—pups included! It's great to know the comfy outdoor seating and tasty mai tai made your experience even better. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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                                                      5. Jason

                                                        San Francisco

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Best food ever and even better service. Ethan was amazing. Made my wife’s birthday special. Hidden gem of San Diego

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                                                      6. Richard

                                                        VIP

                                                        San Antonio

                                                        20 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        20 reviews

                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Really nice casual restaurant with a great view of the dock/ bay .Wonderful outdoor tables with fire pit in the middle .Perfect for those chilly nights .Nice spot .Would recommend it.
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded 4 days ago
                                                        Dear Richard, Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed the great view, outdoor seating with the fire pit, and the overall atmosphere. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!

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                                                      7. Joe

                                                        VIP

                                                        Los Angeles

                                                        8 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        8 reviews

                                                        Dined on 26 December 2024

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        This restaurant exceeded my expectations, it might be one of the best hotel restaurants I’ve ever dined at. Really great experience all around.
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded on 26 December 2024
                                                        Dear Joe, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear the experience exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed such a memorable Christmas dinner. Your compliments about Kelley, the food, and the ambiance mean so much to us!

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                                                      8. Antonio

                                                        Guadalajara

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined on 24 December 2024

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Excelente restaurante, buena comida, buen vino y buen servicio

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                                                      9. Hugo

                                                        Phoenix

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        We decided to visit the restaurant during a tour of Mission Bay and it was a very good decision. The restaurant is beautiful, the staff very friendly and attentive and the food delicious. We loved it.
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded on 23 December 2024
                                                        Dear Hugo, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the restaurant, the friendly service, and the delicious food. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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                                                      10. Gary

                                                        San Diego

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        3.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined on 20 December 2024

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 4
                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                        The ambience was just okay, (the restaurant interior was more like an upscale diner), but the food was very good, the service was excellent, and what's not to love about a decent eating establishment on the bay. (Side note: nice touch by the chef to interact with guests and ask for their opinion on how the food was prepared.) That said, in my opinion, the food and beverage were overpriced, (and my wife and I dine out often). There was also a 3% kitchen "Appreciation fee." I realize there is now a trend in the restaurant industry to add a service charge, but given the prices, such a surcharge seemed unnecessary, if not inappropriate. There was also a $13 charge for bread. At $13, the bread and butter should have been exceptional, but there was nothing remarkable about either. Picky? Perhaps a little. But for a $200+ check for two, (which included two martini's at $21 each and iced tea at $6), I was expecting considerably more.
                                                        Dockside 1953Responded on 20 December 2024
                                                        Dear Gary, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the food and service but appreciate your thoughts on pricing and other details. Your input helps us improve the dining experience for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for an improved visit.

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                                                      FAQs

                                                      Dockside 1953 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 539-7634.

                                                      Dockside 1953 is rated 4.5 stars by 615 OpenTable diners.

                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                      Make a booking

                                                      2 people
                                                      19:00
                                                      Booked 12 times today

                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                      Google Map for Dockside 1953

                                                      998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

                                                      Additional information

                                                      • Cross Street
                                                        W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
                                                      • Area
                                                        Mission Beach
                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                        Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                      • Price
                                                        $30 and under
                                                      • Cuisines
                                                        Californian, Seafood, Steak
                                                      • Dining style
                                                        Casual Dining
                                                      • Dress code
                                                        Casual Dress
                                                      • Parking details
                                                        We offer free self parking for our guests.
                                                      • Public transit
                                                        MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
                                                      • Payment Options
                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                        Alejandro Sicairos
                                                      • Additional
                                                        Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                      • Website
                                                        https://www.bahiahotel.com/landing/waterfront-dining-mission-bay
                                                      • Phone number
                                                        (858) 539-7634
                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                        For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.
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